Come celebrate our 1st birthday with us! We’ll be partying it up all weekend with something fun planned each day! Friday 9/27- Potluck starts at 5pm. Music starts at 7pm Saturday 9/28- So Tasty food cart is slinging gourmet hot dogs from 4-7pm as we play games and enjoy a newly tapped beer made with […]
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About, Communities, History
Walsenburg, Huerfano Country’s county seat, sits in the heart of Spanish Peaks Country. With I-25, Highway 160, and Highway 10 meeting in Walsenburg, this quaint, Southern Colorado gem is a popular stop for travelers who delight in its small-town charm and history, natural wonders, and artistic inspiration of the surrounding area. Visitors enjoy Walsenburg’s antique [...] Tags: county seat, Highway of Legends, La Plaza de los Leones, museum, Robert Ford, walsenburg
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Half Day Itineraries, Itineraries
In just a few hours, visitors to Walsenburg can get a great sense of its history and unique culture with a visit to the Walsenburg Mining Museum and the Museum of Friends. These two cultural institutions are chock-full of historic and artistic memorabilia sure to enthrall their visitors. Activity #1 - Walsenburg Mining Museum Learn [...] Tags: gallery, history, museum, walsenburg
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Full Day Itineraries, Itineraries
For visitors looking to explore art and theater, Spanish Peaks Country often comes as a pleasant surprise. From our art galleries to the Museum and Friends and our theatrical performances, this little pocket of Southern Colorado is sure to please each and every art enthusiast. Activity #1 – Museum of Friends The Museum of Friends [...] Tags: art, art classes, galleries, la veta, museums, theater, walsenburg
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Experiences, Outdoor Recreation
From Walsenburg, take a quick hike in Lathrop State Park or head north for the more arduous, yet adventurous, Lily Lake Trail. #1 - Hogback Nature Trail 2 miles | Gentle The Hogback Nature Trail at Lathrop State Park winds through sandstone formations before climbing up the rocky Hogback Ridge that forms the park's northern [...] Tags: biking, hiking, lathrop state park, trails, walsenburg
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Experiences, Museums
Walsenburg was called the “City Built on Coal” during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and nowhere else in Spanish Peaks County will give you as much opportunity to learn why than the Walsenburg Mining Museum. Follow the battles between the coal miners and mine operators, examine artifacts associated with the mining industry, and [...] Tags: history, mining, mother jones, museum, walsenburg
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Full Day Itineraries, Itineraries
Spend the whole day exploring Walsenburg. From history and art to a refreshing hike filled with breathtaking scenery, this full-day itinerary has it all… and with minimal driving! Activity #1 - Walsenburg Mining Museum Learn about Walsenburg’s rich mining history at the Walsenburg Mining Museum. Explore artifacts from days gone by and dioramas depicting mining [...] Tags: art, boating, hiking, lake, museum, state park, swimming, theaters, walsenburg
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